Sushi Chef - Uchiba Miami Brickell

MAJC✨

Miami (FL)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 48,000

Full time

38 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Accident insurance

Employee assistance program

Mental health services

401k savings plan

Dining discounts

Job summary

Hai Hospitality is seeking Sushi Chefs for Uchibā Miami - Brickell, located at 900 S Miami Ave. Orientation planned end of October with opening mid-November 2026. Earning potential ranges from $25 to $35 per hour, plus benefits and growth opportunities. Join a team focused on hospitality and high-volume service.

Candidates should be passionate about food, collaborative, and eager to learn, with strong communication and a proactive attitude to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Sushi preparation experience.
Knowledge of Japanese cuisine.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Strong time management and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

Acquaint yourself with our menu, current specials, and Japanese cuisine.
Learn and perfect sushi techniques under the guidance of our Chef teams.
Interact with guests at the sushi bar; take orders and explain dishes, crafting an amazing guest experience.
Learn our sushi stations and progress as your knowledge grows.
Collaborate with teams to create dishes for specials and core menu.

Skills

Passion for food and beverage

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Self-motivated

Initiative

Communication

Feedback-oriented

Continuous learning

Humor

Fast-paced environment

Job description

About This Role

Hai Hospitality is accepting applications for Sushi Chefs for our Uchibā Miami - Brickell location! Located in Brickell (900 S Miami Ave), orientation is slated to begin end of October with a planned opening in mid-November 2026! Our Sushi Chefs earn an average of $25 - $35/ hr + benefits + growth opportunities!

Job Description

What We're Looking For In a Sushi Chef Candidate

Passion for food and beverage
Teamwork, humility, and collaboration
Positive attitude, solution-oriented
Self-motivated and self-aware
Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Takes initiative and has a sense of urgency
Communication skills and emotional intelligence
Embraces feedback and wants to constantly improve
Commitment to continuous learning and sharing
Good sense of humor

What You'll Do In This Role

Acquaint yourself with our menu, current specials, and Japanese cuisine.
Learn and perfect your sushi techniques under the guidance of our skilled Chef teams.
Interact with guests at the sushi bar; take orders, explain dishes, and cultivate an amazing experience for yourself and the guest
Learn our various sushi stations and progress as your knowledge and skills grows
Collaborate with our teams to create dishes that will be showcased on our specials page and core menu!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Medical / Dental / Vision / Accident insurance options available
Employee Assistance Program with mental health services available
Employer Matched 401k Savings plan
Opportunity to grow -- we promote from within almost exclusively
Dining discounts

Basic Qualifications

Must be able to effectively communicate with guests and other employees
Detect and identify safety issues, and comply with safety guidelines and standards
Lift and carry trays, dishes, equipment, and goods up to 50 lbs, stock inventory, and perform restocking duties
Must have the ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Bend, stoop, and reach to access various areas and items
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Ability to work in a variety of temperatures, both hot and cold
Lift, push, or pull objects such as tables and chairs to reconfigure seating arrangements
Ability to use kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, such as ovens, grills, and knives
Maintain a neat and organized workspace, including proper storage of supplies and cleaning of surfaces
Move quicky and efficiently to respond to customer needs
Ability to work in close proximity to coworkers in a crowded kitchen or serving area
Tolerate exposure to potential allergens and food odors
Maintain a professional and hygienic appearance, including proper uniform and personal grooming
Understand directives and communicate effectively with Leadership and coworkers
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions

The Hai Experience

Hai Hospitality is a multi-concept, emerging restaurant group based in Austin, Texas. Our restaurant concepts include Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro. It’s about hospitality and giving back. Our employees take pride in their work ethic, their craft, and their creativity. Feel proud of where you work, help create an experience for our guests, and work with cool people.

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